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What's on this weekend

Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.

20 May - 17 Jul

Cinderella

The Tony Award-winning musical puts a contemporary twist on the classic tale.

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21 May - 25 Jun

Melbourne Craft Fair

Enjoy a contemporary craft fair at Queen Victoria Market.

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17 May - 16 Oct

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

The brand-new production can now be enjoyed in one magical afternoon or evening.

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21 May

The Long Walk

Hear live music by Indigenous artists before the Dreamtime match at the MCG.

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16 May - 22 May

Victorian Law Week

Find answers to your legal questions during Victorian Law Week.

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7 May - 22 May

Josh Muir: This Place

This Place is an exhibition of artworks by the late Josh Muir.

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21 May

Carnival of the Animals

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra brings a zoological fantasy to life through music and puppetry.

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22 May

Indian Utsav Community Day

Celebrate Indian Utsav Community Day as part of the Transforming Worlds exhibition.

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22 May

Corpus Medicorum: Concert 2

Keith Crellin conducts Weber, Rachmaninov and his own composition 'In Memoriam'.

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18 May - 3 Jul

The Wizard's Den: Semester II

A theatre show meets an escape room, with cocktails.

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7 Nov - 31 Dec

Dungeons and Flagons

Bring your fantasy to life at this weekly beginner-friendly Dungeons and Dragons event.

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19 May - 22 May

Magic Beach

Alison Lester's classic children's book comes to life on the stage.

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28 Apr - 14 Aug

Agent Bodies

A new exhibition exploring human agency, identity, and the body.

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4 May - 22 May

Cindy Sherman

A large-scale installation of Cindy Sherman's iconic Untitled Film Still, as part of Photo 2022.

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2 Apr - 19 Jun

Frances Barrett: Meatus

A collaborative sonic exhibition featuring compositions, live performance and a sound installation.

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21 May - 17 Sep

Mystery Radio Theatre

Order a cocktail and enjoy a very funny homage to the classic whodunits.

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13 Mar - 18 Dec

Bottomless Brunch Afloat

Enjoy a two-hour bottomless brunch cruise along the Yarra River.

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22 May

Film Screening: Made in Bangladesh

A screening fundraiser to commemorate the ninth anniversary of the Rana Plaza collapse.

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8 May - 28 Aug

Botanical Wonderland High Tea

Enjoy an edible botanical inspired High Tea at the Royal Botanic Gardens.

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24 Apr - 26 Jun

Creative Sundays

A celebration of young, local artistic talent.

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21 May

CJ Commerford and The Supertones

Blues-soul sound with a grounding connection to vintage music.

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5 May - 29 Dec

Melbourne Foodie Culture Tour

This walking tour introduces you to Melbourne's favourite foods, architecture and stories.

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26 Apr - 21 May

Mike Reed: Road Works

A salon-style exhibition of street photography.

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22 May

In a Weird Way: Exhibition Launch Party

Join Melbourne artist Stephanie Siu in a two-hour all-inclusive launch party.

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20 May - 2 Jul

The Sound Inside

A literary detective work of the highest order, which unfurls like a gripping novel.

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21 May - 21 Sep

Igloo Wonderland at The Wharf Hotel

Cosy up beneath a sky of twinkling fairy lights on the banks of the Yarra.

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8 Nov - 12 Jun

A Miracle Constantly Repeated, by Patricia Piccinini

Flinders Street Station’s ballroom opens its doors for Australia’s pre-eminent visual artist.

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24 Apr - 18 Dec

Arts Centre Melbourne Sunday Market

Discover handcrafted treasures made by local artisans.

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19 May - 25 May

Bourke Street Mall Busking

Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking spots.

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29 Apr - 31 May

Flash Forward

Explore 40 city laneways that are being transformed by over 80 creatives.

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29 Apr - 29 May

Girl From The North Country

An uplifting story of American life in 1934 Minnesota.

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16 Mar - 18 Sep

Hamilton

The award-winning musical has arrived in Melbourne.

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22 Apr - 30 Jun

Luke Jerram: Gaia

See Luke Jerram’s detailed sculpture of the earth suspended in St Paul's Cathedral.

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1 Apr - 20 May

Peppa Pig's Aquarium Adventure

Join Peppa Pig for an aquarium adventure this school holidays.

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29 Apr - 22 May

Photo 2022: International Festival of Photography

Experience spectacular photography at iconic sites and galleries across Melbourne.

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5 Nov - 31 Dec

Pinot & Picasso

Enjoy a unique paint and sip studio experience.

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Comedy

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What's on today

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1 Aug - 31 Aug

What's on in August

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1 Nov - 30 Nov

What's on in November

Things to do in Melbourne in November, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

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